Links and Resources

Here are some sites we feel may be of help and interest when you stay with us...

Weather

• www.bom.gov.au/cgi-bin/wrap_fwo.pl?IDQ10090.txt
  Ipswich weather report is usually most similar to the conditions expected at Mt Barney.

• http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDR502.loop.shtml
  Watch the rainfall pattern in real time!! (see area to left of Rathdowney)

Places to Stay... Things to Do in the Area

• www.scenicrimescapes.com.au
  This is the website of Scenic Rim Tourism, the local tourism organisation... Check out what else you can do at Mt Barney when you stay with us.

• www.visitscenicrim.com.au
  This website has inspirational images, stories and characters of the Scenic Rim. A great resource to get to know your getaway destination.

• www.rathdowney.org.au
  Come to the annual Rathdowney Heritage Day that features a country market, street parade, and displays of local heritage industry.

• www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks/mount-barney/index.html
  Click here for information on Mt Barney National Park

• www.rainforestway.com.au
  This exciting new range of drive circuits go straight past our door, and link you to spectacular World Heritage Rainforests and the unique hinterland of the Northern Rivers (NSW) and SE Qld. Their web page is packed with maps and self-drive touring guides.

• www.greataussiecampout.org.au
  Mt Barney Lodge will be participating in GACO - the Great Aussie Camp Out on 17th April 2010. We will be putting on a range of free and priced ‘come 'n' try’ activities to introduce people to the fun and adventure of camping out. Why not join the rest of Australia by camping with us on this one night!

• www.corknfork.com.au
  Fun loving, informative & inviting wine tasting tour experiences. Wine trails include Tamborine Mtn, the Gold Coast hinterland and the Beautiful Scenic Rim.

Wilderness First Aid Course

• http://www.equip.com.au/
  Mt Barney Lodge is the venue twice a year for the 7 day Leaders Wilderness Advanced First Aid Course. Log on for the next available course.

Other Links

• www.ecotourism.org.au/contact.asp
  Mt Barney Lodge holds current Eco-certification with EcoTourism Australia. 
• www.wwoof.com.au
  You may meet a WWOOFer from a distant country when you stay at our place, as they are a common sight around the Lodge as they share our lifestyle and family time.
• http://www.radiantglory.com/
  For more fantastic photos please follow the above link.
• http://discovertamborine.com.au/
  For great information about the Tamborine Mountain area.
• http://www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks_and_forests/park_alerts/index.php
  For information on the National Parks and park closure information. Click on 'West of Brisbane' for Mt Barney National Park closures (if any)